Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Vanilla Almond Pound Cake. This moist and tender cake is infused with the rich essence of vanilla and almond, making it a perfect treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Main Cake:
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1/2 cup sour cream
For Serving:
- fresh berries (or any fruit)
- whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray 4 mini loaf pans or one regular loaf pan with cooking spray.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl or stand mixer, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in vanilla and almond extract. Add baking powder and salt.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: With the mixer on low speed, add half of the flour, followed by the sour cream, and then the remaining flour. Mix until smooth.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan(s) and smooth the top. Bake mini loaves for 30-35 minutes or a full loaf for 50-60 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool before serving. Enjoy with fresh berries and whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Vanilla Almond Pound Cake, Pound Cake Recipe, Dessert Recipe
